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Fresh Fishing Reports from Collier County

Peak Spring Fishing

May 6, 2025

Kicking off the month of May exactly how it should start with sight fishing big Permit and Tarpon. This is the best time of the year to target these bucket list game fish and this is primetime to catch both of them in the same day. We have strong numbers of Tarpon migrating our beaches and there are massive schools of Permit offshore. These two fish will be our main emphasis over the next couple of months but that doesn't mean there aren't other options as well. There have still been some straggler Cobia hanging out offshore which has been nice while we look for Permit. Most of the wrecks offshore are also littered with Amberjacks which are fun to tease and throw artificial baits at. These are also great fly targets for any avid fly fishermen. Closeby there are great numbers of Snook inshore and nearshore. They're gearing up for their annual spawn and will be very hungry as we progress into summer. Our water clarity has been about as good as it gets which makes for some awesome sight fishing on all of the previous listed species. This is the peak time of the year for sport fishing in our area! We are looking forward to many great trips with all of our clients. Reach out to any of us with any questions you may have. Happy fishing!

Spring bite is here

May 3, 2025

Snook, tarpon, reds and trout are fired up and it only gets better heading into summer

EPIC TARPON FISHING

May 1, 2025

Tarpon season is in full swing down in swfl, if you want to get on one book a trip!

Spring bite is here . Inshore slams are

April 30, 2025

With the warming nights and water temperature the bait has moved into the mangroves and passes more The fish have responded nicely. The spring pattern has arrived.

Sharks and trout bite is on!

April 23, 2025

We have been catching plenty Of white trout which are so tasty With plenty of other species to keep you busy throughout the fishing trip always try to put out a shark pole never know who's gonna show up All caught on an inshore 4 hr trip This time of year, I also do plenty of shark fishing on the Nearshore reefs from 4 to 6 hours

Catching all kinds of Species!

April 19, 2025

Catching Speckeled Trout, Redfish, Snook, Mangrove Snappers, Goliath Groupers, Whiting, Silver Trout, Bonnet Sharks .

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What anglers said about fishing in Collier County

It was a great trip. The conditions were not perfect and the report said the fishing was slow. Sean moved us around and found a very productive spot. We caught about 30 fish and my son had a blast.

5.0 / 5

It was a great trip. The conditions were not perfect and the report said the fishing was slow. Sean moved us around and found a very productive spot. We caught about 30 fish and my son had a blast.

Dreamaker Fishing Charters

This was a great experience for first time fishermen or experienced fishermen as well!!

5.0 / 5

This was a great experience for first time fishermen or experienced fishermen as well!!

Wishin’ I was Fishin’ Charters

Link up with a Captain who knows the waters, someone such as Captain Brandon. The dude knows his shit.

5.0 / 5

Link up with a Captain who knows the waters, someone such as Captain Brandon. The dude knows his shit.

Skinny Dipn Charters

Like any fishing excursion, weather can be a factor; be prepared. Have layers

5.0 / 5

Like any fishing excursion, weather can be a factor; be prepared. Have layers

Shotime Charters

Going out in the mangrove islands is a great experience. Good fishing and beautiful location.

4.7 / 5

Going out in the mangrove islands is a great experience. Good fishing and beautiful location.

Wishin’ I was Fishin’ Charters

I recommend going with all in fishing charter. Captain Jim and his first mate Jackson were the best and made our experience for the eight of us as positive and memorable as it could’ve been.

5.0 / 5

I recommend going with all in fishing charter. Captain Jim and his first mate Jackson were the best and made our experience for the eight of us as positive and memorable as it could’ve been.

All In Deep Sea Fishing Charters

Research the fish you’re likely to catch, practice casting if it’s within your means, be patient and have fun

5.0 / 5

Research the fish you’re likely to catch, practice casting if it’s within your means, be patient and have fun

Artistic Angler Charters

Great time of year to fish. If you’re looking for tarpon or snook give it until May, the water still needs to warm a bit.

5.0 / 5

Great time of year to fish. If you’re looking for tarpon or snook give it until May, the water still needs to warm a bit.

ARF II Charters (Veteran)

This was our first time out as a family (kids are 9 & almost 7) and I would not hesitate to go out again!

5.0 / 5

This was our first time out as a family (kids are 9 & almost 7) and I would not hesitate to go out again!

Inshore Odyssey Inshore Fishing

Our first time. Wanted to catch a Goliath Grouper and Captain Rio made it happen. We have taken what we have learned and caught a number of fish around our Condo. A must do for beginners like us

5.0 / 5

Our first time. Wanted to catch a Goliath Grouper and Captain Rio made it happen. We have taken what we have learned and caught a number of fish around our Condo. A must do for beginners like us

Captain Rio Adventures

Plenty of fish inshore/near shore. No need to go way out in the gulf if all you want to do is catch fish.

5.0 / 5

Plenty of fish inshore/near shore. No need to go way out in the gulf if all you want to do is catch fish.

Anchor Charters Of Naples

We thought it was great but apparently it is variable with water temps at this time of year.

5.0 / 5

We thought it was great but apparently it is variable with water temps at this time of year.

Shotime Charters

We had a blast. Dress warm for the early morning but def gets nice and warm as the day goes on!

5.0 / 5

We had a blast. Dress warm for the early morning but def gets nice and warm as the day goes on!

Captain Dan Morgan, LLC

We caught a lot of fish and a lot of different types of fish, but it would have been nice to have a few more keepers.

5.0 / 5

We caught a lot of fish and a lot of different types of fish, but it would have been nice to have a few more keepers.

Waterboy Charters – 22’ Pathfinder

Take advice from Josh and you will catch fish. Also don’t set the hook while fishing with circle hooks!

5.0 / 5

Take advice from Josh and you will catch fish. Also don’t set the hook while fishing with circle hooks!

JP's Backwater Adventures

We caught enough fish to keep the kids happy. We were not just fishing......We wanted the full experance of shelling, fishing and sight seeing....we got all of it. And Dolphins as well!

5.0 / 5

We caught enough fish to keep the kids happy. We were not just fishing......We wanted the full experance of shelling, fishing and sight seeing....we got all of it. And Dolphins as well!

Capt Joey D Charters – Island Dreamer

Check for red tide and of course spring would be better. Do your homework and set expectations accordingly. Luckily our captain helped us with this prior.

5.0 / 5

Check for red tide and of course spring would be better. Do your homework and set expectations accordingly. Luckily our captain helped us with this prior.

Dreamaker Fishing Charters

Captain Eddy has a ton of experience for all levels of fisherman and was very professional and has a wealth of knowledge for the SW Florida fishing experience

5.0 / 5

Captain Eddy has a ton of experience for all levels of fisherman and was very professional and has a wealth of knowledge for the SW Florida fishing experience